Security Agent - East Campus - 141653

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health seeks a Security Officer to provide protective services across UCSD Health Sciences locations. You will patrol premises, respond to alarms, control access to restricted areas, and manage disruptive individuals while upholding quality service standards.

This role is not a sworn officer; officers have citizen arrest authority only and may work at multiple campuses with varying shifts. Employment is subject to background check and pre-employment physical.

Qualifications

• Two years of security or security-related experience.
• Ability to adhere to dress code and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide protective services to locations, patients, visitors, and staff.
• Patrol UCSD Health Sciences premises and respond to alarms or security incidents.
• Control access to restricted areas and manage disruptive persons.
• Follow scene command during emergencies and report safety hazards.

Skills

Patrol and observation

Access control and security procedures

Emergency response and scene manage

Professional communication

Education

California Guard Registration

BART and IAHSS certification within 6 months of hire

Job description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 09/30/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, provides protective services to assigned locations, patients, visitors, and staff. Adheres to UCSD Health Sciences and departmental quality service standards. Patrols UCSD Health Sciences premises on foot or in a vehicle to protect life and property. Manages disruptive persons professionally with a minimum use of force; controls access to restricted and security-sensitive areas; responds to fire/security alarm activations, assumes scene command in emergency situations; observes and reports safety hazards, gives direction and assistance to UCSD Enterprise clientele. Performs other related duties and functions appropriate to the job classification as needed.

Security Agents are not sworn peace officers, are not armed, and have citizen arrest authority only.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• California Guard Registration.
• Must hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/ procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Two (2) years of security or security-related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• BART and IAHSS certified within six (6) months of hire date.
• Skills, knowledge, and ability essential to successfully perform the duties assigned to the position.
• Ability to adhere to dress code at all times.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One (1+) or more years of experience in hospital security.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be willing to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• This position maybe subject to interchangeable locations between UC San Diego La Jolla Medical and Student Health and Well-Being Campuses (Triton Building-B) based on business needs.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $55,666 - $73,456 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $26.66 - $35.18

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).